[feast_advanced_jump_to] This recipe captures the essence of Southern cooking with simple ingredients and big flavor. You can easily make a smaller meatloaf, make meatballs as well with this recipe.

If you’re not super confident in the kitchen yet, then there are probably a few simple meals you stick to while you build up your skills. And if Ina Garten‘s meatloaf recipe isn’t already on that list ...

Start with the basic meatloaf recipe or variation. On an edged cookie sheet pan, form the meat mixture into a shape of Santa's hat and face. Before baking, use sliced red peppers for Santa's red hat.